Energy News Summary: December 28, 2012
Energy News Summary: December 28, 2012 Summary of Energy News headlines Energy news in the last month of 2012 covered a range of topics. There has continued to be a lot of talk about the value of back-up generation in the aftermath of super storm Sandy. The first article that we review, titled “Backup Generators—How […]
Electric Power Markets are Up and Down
Electric Power Markets are Up and Down We have seen power markets climb since mid-October. In the last week, market prices were up and then have fallen again in the last few days. Forward curves are now equivalent to last winter’s strip prices. On a relative basis, market prices are still competitive. Nothing to panic […]
What is an electricity product: Focus on Index with Block
What is an electricity product: Focus on Index with Block This post is the final one in a three-part series that delves in to the details of electricity products and pricing. The first post is found here and covers fixed price products (similar to your fixed rate mortgage): what they can do for a business, and […]
Electricity prices are up.. don’t buy today
Electricity prices are up.. don’t buy today Northeast wholesale prices have increased over the past two days due to natural gas price increases. According to the Energy Information Administration, natural gas prices have increased due to colder than normal weather, lower LNG imports, and pipeline constraints in the Northeast. We would recommend not buying today. […]
Re-Post From New Scientist: American Dream of Oil Independence on Horizon
Re-Post From New Scientist: American Dream of Oil Independence on Horizon As reported by Andy Coghlan in New Scientist article “American dream of oil independence on horizon”, a recent report from the International Energy Agency states that the US may achieve oil independence by… 2035. While it isn’t exactly around the corner, the fact that […]
What to think about post-storm
What to think about post-storm A few things to keep in mind After the initial damage assessment and once you’ve restored everything to what resembles normalcy, you will likely have a number of questions about your electricity service and contract. Obviously, the first priority is to make sure that you have all the help you […]
Status of NY and NJ’s Power Grid
Status of NY and NJ’s Power Grid Here is the status of power recovery, at the transmission level. Transmission level impacts did occur– and will have an impact on supply markets. How much of an impact, we are not certain. We will let you know when we get more information. It is no surprise that […]
NY Business Expo 2012
NY Business Expo 2012 Title: NY Business Expo 2012 November 14th and 15th, 2012 Location: The 69th Regiment ArmoryLink out: Click here Description: NY Business Expo 2012 is a disruptive and interactive B2B trade show that focuses on showcasing innovative products and services from startups and small businesses in the tri-state area. The Megawatt Hour […]
What is an electricity product: Focus on index, or variable rate product
What is an electricity product: Focus on index, or variable rate product This post is the second in a three- part series that delves in to the details of electricity products and pricing. This first post is found here and covers fixed price products: what they can do for a business, and how suppliers manage […]
Repost from AVC: Scoot Networks- A new way to get around San Francisco!
Repost from AVC: Scoot Networks- A new way to get around San Francisco! Take a look at this post from Fred Wilson of Union Square Ventures. He describes a new way to get around San Francisco– electric scooters that you can pick up and drop off anywhere using your Smart phone. Interesting new way to […]